Fishing in Florida

Florida is the fishing capital of the world, with more anglers than any other state. The Florida Keys offer world-class tarpon, permit, and bonefish on the flats. The Gulf Coast has legendary redfish, snook, and trout in the grass flats. Offshore, grouper, snapper, and mahi are abundant. Freshwater anglers chase trophy largemouth bass in thousands of lakes.

Top Species

• Largemouth Bass
• Tarpon
• Snook
• Redfish
• Mahi
• Grouper
• Red Snapper
• Flounder

Top Waters

• Lake Okeechobee
• Florida Keys
• Everglades
• St. Johns River
• Tampa Bay

Fishing Types

• Saltwater / offshore fishing
• Freshwater / lake / river fishing

Fishing License

Florida FWC — visit their site for current regulations and license requirements.